Lead Software Architect Job at KForce, Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • KForce
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Description

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Lead Software Architect in Fort Lauderdale, FL.Overview:* The Lead Software Architect shapes the technical vision and system design of a company* Acts as the crucial bridge between business strategy and hands-on engineering, defining scalable, cloud-native architectures while guiding engineering teams through complex development and modernization lifecycles* Analyzes software requirements and defines system components to ensure efficient and scalable software architecture* Designs and implement software solutions to consider business and technical needs and ensure compatibility with existing systems* Creates and maintains architecture documentation such as design specifications and diagrams to guide future maintenance and development* Works with non-technical stakeholders to analyze requirements and understand constraints, dependencies, and business needsJob Responsibilities:* Strategic Architecture: Design end-to-end, highly scalable, and secure systems (e.g., microservices, event-driven, and API-first models)* Technology Standards: Define architectural principles, guardrails, and technical roadmaps; Evaluate and justify build vs. buy decisions* Technical Governance: Oversee architecture throughout the software lifecycle; Conduct thorough code reviews and validate technical solutions* Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical mentorship to engineers and help them grow into architecture roles; Coordinate multi-team execution to elevate overall engineering standards* Stakeholder Alignment: Communicate complex technical trade-offs - such as cost, timeline, and system performance - to non-technical business leaders* Modernization: Define legacy migration strategies and incremental value delivery plans; Integrate modern engineering practices like AI-assisted workflows and DevOpsRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field* 10+ years in software development, with 3+ years dedicated to architectural design and technical leadership* Experience with testing frameworks and tools (Jest, Mocha, Selenium, etc.)* Experience in actively participating in peer reviews (PR) for native iOS and Android mobile apps* Experience with the following is a plus: Push notifications, Email notifications, Payment gateway (PayPal), Digital media experience (audio/video), Deep-linking* Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools* Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and the ability to build consensus across differing team opinions* Solid understanding of back-end technologies (Node.js, TypeScript) is required* Open-source knowledge (MCP Supabase) is required* Advanced knowledge of distributed systems, cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and data integration* Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)* Understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools* Strong proficiency with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, or Vue.js)* Deep proficiency in major programming stacks (e.g., C#, Java, .NET), database modeling, and API design* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail* Excellent communication and collaboration skills* Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously* Foundational understanding of AI (e.g., conversational, generative, automation) is ideal* Experience with relational and non-relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.) is preferred* Familiarity with RESTful API design and development is preferred* Experience with version control systems (Git) is preferredJob TypeDirect HireCompensation175000 - $210000

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